Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between San Salvador and San José?

Prices are currently typical for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $166 to $242. The lowest price recently found on this route was $173.

Question 1

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from San Salvador to San José?

Accepted Answer

Flights connecting via Guatemala City (GUA) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 4h 35m.

Question 2

What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Salvador El Salvador Intl to San José Juan Santamaria Intl?

Accepted Answer

Volaris El Salvador and Volaris Costa Rica are the most popular carriers operating from San Salvador El Salvador Intl to San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Question 3

How many flights depart from San Salvador to San José on average per day?

Accepted Answer

The number of flights available between San Salvador and San José is 6 per day as of January 2026. The most frequent departure time is 10:00AM, with 46% of daily flights leaving at noon.

Question 4

What is the cheapest month to fly to San José?

Accepted Answer

In general, May is the cheapest month to fly from San Salvador to San José. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $174. If you don’t want to visit San José in May, then you should wait until June to fly from San Salvador, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $180.

Question 5

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from San Salvador to San José?

Accepted Answer

Flights via Panama City (PTY) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $249.

Question 6

How many flights depart from San Salvador to San José on average per week?

Accepted Answer

As of January 2026, 45 flights take off from San Salvador and land in San José each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Wed, with 22% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

Question 7

What is the cheapest San Salvador El Salvador Intl to San José Juan Santamaria Intl flight route?

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Fly from San Salvador El Salvador Intl to San José Juan Santamaria Intl for the best San Salvador El Salvador Intl - San José Juan Santamaria Intl flight prices

Question 8

What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between San Salvador and San José?

Accepted Answer

Prices are currently typical for flights on this route.Typical prices usually range from $166 to $242.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $173.

Question 9

How often are flights from San Salvador to San José delayed?

Accepted Answer

Historically, on average around 6% of flights between San Salvador and San José have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 80 minutes.

Question 10

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between San Salvador and San José?

Accepted Answer

Panama City (PTY) was the most common stop: 86% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Question 11

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to San José?

Accepted Answer

On average, the least expensive day to fly to San José from San Salvador is on a Friday. momondo users have found tickets for Friday departures for as low as $218. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Flights from San Salvador to San José on a Thursday will generally be more expensive and average around $260. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

Question 12

What cabin class options are available on San Salvador El Salvador Intl to San José Juan Santamaria Intl flights?

Accepted Answer

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on San Salvador El Salvador Intl to San José Juan Santamaria Intl flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Question 13

What airlines fly to San José?

Accepted Answer

Avianca, Volaris El Salvador and Copa Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to San José from San Salvador according to our data. Avianca is the first choice among our users, with 62% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to San José. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to San José on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Question 14

What is the most punctual flight time for San Salvador to San José flights?

Accepted Answer

Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights in the evening have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

Question 15

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from San Salvador to San José?

Accepted Answer

Panama City (PTY) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 30m.

Question 16

How far in advance should I book a flight to San José?

Accepted Answer

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San José from San Salvador when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San José for around $198 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San José from San Salvador for as low as $179 on momondo.

Question 17

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to San José?

Accepted Answer

Our data shows that the cheapest San Salvador to San José flights are usually those with departure times in the morning. Our users have found flights to San José in the morning for as low as $232. Flights at noon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $562.

Question 18

How have San Salvador to San José flight prices changed over time?

Accepted Answer

As of January 2026, prices for San Salvador to San José flights are approximately 4% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

Question 19

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Accepted Answer

Friday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Monday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Question 20

Which airline has the best punctuality record on San Salvador to San José flights?

Accepted Answer

According to our data, Avianca have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 6% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Question 21

When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Salvador El Salvador Intl Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

Accepted Answer

Prices for flights from San Salvador El Salvador Intl Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport were last updated today.

Question 22

How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Salvador El Salvador Intl Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

Accepted Answer

There are 4 operators available for flights from San Salvador El Salvador Intl Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport as of January 2026.

Question 23

How old do you have to be to fly from San Salvador El Salvador Intl Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

Accepted Answer

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from San Salvador El Salvador Intl Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport.

Question 24

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

Accepted Answer

The required travel and health documents for your San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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Copa Airlines	PriceFrom $85	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,560 reviews	Search Copa Airlines flights
Volaris Costa Rica	PriceFrom $96	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 79 reviews	Search Volaris Costa Rica flights
Volaris El Salvador	PriceFrom $114	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 26 reviews	Search Volaris El Salvador flights
Avianca	PriceFrom $180	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.6 2,487 reviews	Search Avianca flights

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What is the cheapest month to fly to San José?

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to San José?

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to San José?

Our data shows that the cheapest San Salvador to San José flights are usually those with departure times in the morning. Our users have found flights to San José in the morning for as low as $232. Flights at noon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $562.

What is the cheapest San Salvador El Salvador Intl to San José Juan Santamaria Intl flight route?

Fly from San Salvador El Salvador Intl to San José Juan Santamaria Intl for the best San Salvador El Salvador Intl - San José Juan Santamaria Intl flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to San José?

What cabin class options are available on San Salvador El Salvador Intl to San José Juan Santamaria Intl flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on San Salvador El Salvador Intl to San José Juan Santamaria Intl flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have San Salvador to San José flight prices changed over time?

As of January 2026, prices for San Salvador to San José flights are approximately 4% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Salvador El Salvador Intl to San José Juan Santamaria Intl?

Volaris El Salvador and Volaris Costa Rica are the most popular carriers operating from San Salvador El Salvador Intl to San José Juan Santamaria Intl

What airlines fly to San José?

How often are flights from San Salvador to San José delayed?

Historically, on average around 6% of flights between San Salvador and San José have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 80 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for San Salvador to San José flights?

Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights in the evening have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Friday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Monday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on San Salvador to San José flights?

According to our data, Avianca have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 6% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between San Salvador and San José?

Panama City (PTY) was the most common stop: 86% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from San Salvador to San José?

Flights via Panama City (PTY) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $249.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from San Salvador to San José?

Flights connecting via Guatemala City (GUA) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 4h 35m.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from San Salvador to San José?

Panama City (PTY) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 30m.

How many flights depart from San Salvador to San José on average per day?

The number of flights available between San Salvador and San José is 6 per day as of January 2026. The most frequent departure time is 10:00AM, with 46% of daily flights leaving at noon.

How many flights depart from San Salvador to San José on average per week?

As of January 2026, 45 flights take off from San Salvador and land in San José each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Wed, with 22% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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